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Standard ELA.AOR.2

ELA.AOR.2: Evaluate and critique the development of themes and central ideas within and across texts

Grade(s): 12

Subject(s): English Language Arts

Year: 2023

Echoes of the Black Experience: Hip Hop and Toni Morrison

Lesson

Grades: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Higher Education

This lesson explores how Toni Morrison and hip-hop artists use storytelling techniques and cultural references to depict life experiences and challenges.

On Morrison and Marigolds | Echoes & Insights

Video

Grades: 9 10 11 12

Dr. Nancy Tolson examines the symbolism of Toni Morrison's "marigolds" and discusses how South Carolina has been fertile ground for more marigolds to bloom, including works from Jacqueline Woodson and...

On Morrison and Hip Hop | Echoes & Insights

Video

Grades: 9 10 11 12

Explore connections between the literary works of Toni Morrison and themes in hip-hop culture. Dr. Toby Jenkins discusses how both Morrison’s narratives and hip-hop reflect social realities...